Original U.S. WWI USMC EGA Eagle Globe Anchor Hat Device with Fastener & Washer Uniforms which probably is why there

which probably is why there is an R over the serial number

This will make a fine addition to any Siberian Expedition collection

The liner chin strap is missing

Shows his birthdate as November 17th

000 men were transferred to the 30th

Original U.S. WWI USMC EGA Eagle Globe Anchor Hat Device with Fastener & Washer Uniforms which probably is why thereOriginal Item. Only One Available. This is a gorgeous example of a WWI Period Marine Corps EGA Device. EGA stands for Eagle, Globe, Anchor, the three parts that make up the insignia. What specifies this example as World War I period is the globe having both latitude and longitude lines. After World War I, this was changed to just latitude lines. This example has a gorgeous dark color, with a great patina. The device comes with its original fastener